Andrew McCutchen

NEW YORK (AP) — Less than three months after making his major league debut, Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant is an All-Star, one of two rookies selected along with Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson. But there was no room on the roster for Alex Rodriguez, enjoying a renaissance in his return to the New York Yankees following a season-long drug suspension. The only Phillies player, closer Jonathan Papelbon, was chosen for the National League roster by fellow players for the All-Star game. This will be Papelbon's sixth career All-Star appearance, and his second in four seasons with the Phillies. Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal also was a first-time selection...

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